The team
The people behind Leie Folk.
Two founders, each with their own strength: technical IT expertise, and communication, relationships and business development.
Founded2026
LocationDrammen, Norway
FocusRecruitment of IT specialists
Our team
Two founders.
One clear direction.

Managing Director and co-founder
Michael Jacobsen
Michael is responsible for the technical side of the business: IT competence, technical interviews and the professional assessment of candidates. He also takes part in the dialogue with companies and in mapping which competence the client actually needs.

Co-founder / Business development
Daria Ruleva
Daria is responsible for business development, partnerships, communication with clients and candidates, and for organising and following up internal processes.
How we work together
Who does what for you.

Dialogue and follow-up
Daria keeps the dialogue with companies and candidates going – from the first enquiry to the hire.

Technical assessment
Michael runs the technical interviews and assesses the candidates' IT skills.
The right match
You meet candidates who fit the role and have agreed to be presented.
Our story
Founded in 2026
by two founders.
Leie Folk AS was founded in 2026 by Michael Jacobsen and Daria Ruleva. The company combines two areas of expertise: technical IT expertise and expertise in communication, relationship building and business development.
Michael has the main responsibility for the technical side and the assessment of IT skills, while Daria works with business development, partnerships, communication and organisational processes.
Talk to us directly.
Do you need an IT specialist, or are you looking for your next opportunity? You get an answer from one of the founders – no switchboard.